$ 275-315 per hour
Rachel Renae Laborde
also known as Rachel R. Laborde, Rachel R. Craig
About Rachel
Biography
Attorney Rachel Laborde obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language, Literature and Culture from Marquette University and subsequently earned her Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School. Attorney Laborde focuses her practice in Divorce and Family Law, where she excels in negotiating, mediating and litigating cases involving paternity, custody, physical placement, child support, maintenance, divorce, legal separation and post-judgment modifications. She is committed to delivering a client-centered, problem-solving approach where she consistently strives to reach results that provides the greatest value and long-term benefits to clients. She is confident that most cases can be resolved in a quick and cordial fashion, but Attorney Laborde is prepared to litigate with unwavering fervor should a mutually agreeable solution be out of reach.
Attorney Laborde is also a Certified Collaborative Family Law Lawyer. Collaborative family law practice is a unique, reasonable approach to handling a divorce or other family law matter, founded on three core principles: a written pledge not to fight in court, and withdrawal of the hired professionals if either party chooses to fight in court, open communication between the parties with an honest and good faith exchange of information, and negotiations leading to a mutually acceptable settlement that takes into account the highest priorities of all family members. The collaborative approach works with a team mindset; you and the other party, along with your attorneys, use the skills of mental health and financial specialists to maximize positive outcomes for the family. In addition to divorce, you can use the collaborative process in other family law matters such as paternity, annulment, legal separation, pre-marital agreements, post-nuptial agreements, non-marital relationships and same-sex relationships. The issues addressed in collaborative cases are the same ones addressed in traditional litigation cases: child custody and placement, property valuation and division, child support, maintenance (alimony), taxes, and insurance.
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Iowa for 4 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
115 3rd Street Southeast, Suite 500, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401
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Rachel Renae Laborde's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing experience amazing outcome
My case was quite unique and difficult. Not only did Rachel Laborde represent me legally, but was compassionate and supportive through all of the ups and downs I encountered. I can't thank her and the staff enough for what they have done for me. I am impressed with the way professionalism was mainta...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Makes clients' feel unitelligent........
Met with Rachel, who I do agree is a very fierce individual, for a consultation regarding child custody. I am well educated as I hold two degrees however my husband is not and has learning disabilities. She made my husband feel very inadequate. No one should make a person feel in such a way. My hus...
Posted by Shawn | June 22, 2015
HIghly Recommended
Detailed, candid and professional. I personally appreciated the very specific information on what to expect and what not to expect as well as what was realistic. Attorney Craig did her homework and keep me informed. Should I have a future legal need she will be on the top of my list.
Posted by Julie | May 21, 2015
Extremely Satisfied
Rachel was very professional and never pushed me to do anything I didn't want to do. She knew what she was doing and quickly did research for my unique situation. Having to go through a divorce is hard enough but having one party in another country where the laws are different was worse. She made the...
Posted by Ann Taylor | March 10, 2015
Chouldn't do it without her
As messy as the divorce process is Rachel made it as easy as could be. She always kept me informed and let me know of certain situation that could arise. She was very honest and made sure that I was comfortable with every situation. She knew exactly how to handle, what seemed like, every situation. I...
Rachel Renae Laborde's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Laborde is a strong and knowledgeable advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is well respected in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Craig is a great human being who cares about her clients and an outstanding advocate. She truly excels at finding creative ways to advance her clients' goals and she is an exceptional negotiator. Because the vast majority of divorce and family law cases result in agreements before trial, Attorney Craig's clients have been extremely well served by her unique skill set and consistently receive outstanding outcomes. Her results speak for themselves. For all these reasons, I highly recommend Attorney Craig for anyone seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable divorce and family law attorney."
"I highly recommend Rachel Craig. She is a fierce and knowledgeable attorney who is dedicated to her client's best interest."
"Ms. Craig is highly respected in the community and I recommend her to take care of your legal needs."
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"I endorse Rachel without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."
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"I endorse Rachel. She is well respected among fellow lawyers."
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"Attorney Craig is a respected lawyer in her field. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and knows her way around a courtroom and/or settlement table."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rachel was a student of mine in the Mediation Advocacy Workshop at Marquette University. She was always attentive, diligent and professional in her approach to class, projects, written work and client - attorney simulations. I would not hesitate to send my own family or friends to work with Rachel! You will be in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I know Attorney Craig to be compassionate person and an excellent advocate. I once had an opportunity back in law school to square off against Attorney Craig in practice negotiations and I know her to be a powerful and convincing advocate in negotiations. I'm glad to have had this experience in the safety of an educational environment because I'd be quite concerned if I had to face against Attorney Craig with my own client's interests on the line."
"I endorse this lawyer and the remarkable work that gets done for clients."
"Rachel is an extremely caring and compassionate family law attorney who will stop at nothing less than achieving the best results for her clients. I highly recommend Attorney Craig."
"Attorney Craig has impressive skills not only as a litigator, but also interpersonally as a collaborative practitioner. Her knowledge of the law and compassion towards her clients make her an admirable attorney."
"Ms. Craig is a dedicated family law attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Craig is a dedicated and experienced attorney who is well-respected in her field."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Best Law Firm in Sheboygan County, The Sheboygan Press
2015
2015 Leadership Development Summit Nominee and Participant, State Bar of Wisconsin’s Leadership Development Committee
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2014
1st Place Advocacy (Team), Great Lakes Regional Mediation Competition
2014
CALI Interviewing and Counseling, CALI Excellence for Future Award
2014
Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate, Marquette University Law School
2014
Certified Collaborative Family Law Attorney, Collaborative Family Law Council of Wisconsin
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC
2019 - 2021
Partner, Cottle | Pasquale | Laborde s.c.
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, WI Family Assistance Center for Education Training & Support ( WI FACETS)
2014 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Kaehne, Cottle, Pasquale & Associates, S.C.
2013 - 2014
Corporate Team Law Clerk, Grzeca Law Group, S.C.
2013 - 2014
Graduate Assistant and Mediation Supervisor, Marquette Law School Mediation Clinic
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Klatt, Odekirk, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede P.C.
Associations
2016 - Present
Lakeshore Community Health CareBoard Member
2016 - Present
Sheboygan Women in ManagementMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Mentorship Committee (YLD and Leadership Development Committee)Committee Member
2015 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers Leadership Conference (YLD)Member
2015 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Leadership Development CommitteeCommittee Member
2014 - Present
Collaborative Family Law Council of WisconsinMember
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Dispute Resolution SectionMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2014 - Present
Sheboygan County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law SectionMember
2015 - 2016
State Bar of Wisconsin, Leadership Development CommitteeCommittee Member
2015 - 2016
State Bar of Wisconsin, Public Outreach Committee (YLD)Member
2014 - 2015
Wisconsin Association for JusticeMember
2011 - 2015
Association for Women in LawMember
Education
2014
Marquette University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
Marquette University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Wisconsin Family Law Practice for Paralegals
Family Law Practice
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Child support case suspended??
27 Jun 2015
Q&A
If my ex-husband adopts his step children, will that affect my child support?
22 Jun 2015
Q&A
What does wisconsin ex rel mean when used in a divorce hearing.
09 Apr 2015